Can I replace unswitched single socket with switched?

[bettz1]

I've been replacing our sockets and cooker switches in the kitchen I've only the fridge freezer one left to do and bought this 13amp socket



Only problem is the fridge socket doesn't have a switch. It has a fuse with switch further up.

Can I put the single socket in and leave it switched on? Or will I have to get a unswitched single socket, which are bloody expensive

 

[blup]

A switch is just that, so you can leave a switched socket on, and benefit from being able to turn it off at a convenient location.

Blup

 

[bettz1]

Well it's the fridge/freezer so it's never really going to be turned off. It's also £10 cheaper

Is a 13amp socket ok? The dishwasher and washing machine had 20amp ones.

 

[winston1]

Only problem is the fridge socket doesn't have a switch. It has a fuse with switch further up.

It doesn’t need that. It’s plug has a fuse and it is not something you need to switch off

 

[boringoldcodger]

13Amp socket is fine. It looks as though it's got a metal faceplate so as long as that's earthed OK (along with the earth receptacle) then you're OK.

 

[winston1]

Can I put the single socket in and leave it switched on?

Yes.

But why are you quibbling about the cost of an unswitched socket? Compared with the cost of replacing all the sockets it is peanuts. What is wrong with all the sockets anyway that they need replacing?

 

[bettz1]

It doesn’t need that. It’s plug has a fuse and it is not something you need to switch off

That's what controls the fridge freezer

Can I take that out and replace with a single socket?

 

[winston1]

Is a 13amp socket ok? The dishwasher and washing machine had 20amp ones.

Please elaborate. Never heard of a 20 amp socket.

Dishwashers and washing machines come fitted with 13 amp plugs by law.

 

[winston1]

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That's what controls the fridge freezer

Can I take that out and replace with a single socket?

Yes.

 

[bettz1]

Please elaborate. Never heard of a 20 amp socket.

Dishwashers and washing machines come fitted with 13 amp plugs by law.

BG Brushed Steel 20A DP Switch

A stylish single switch from BG Electrical, featuring a contemporary slimline design with rounded edges and an attractive brushed steel finish to enhance any modern interior.This 20A double pole switch is ideal for the connection of refrigerators, water heaters, central heating boilers and other...

www.toolstation.com

Sorry its a switch

Also if I put the single switched socket in doesn't that make the Fused one redundant? Is there any need keeping it

 

[winston1]

No need to keep it. The appliance plugs have fuses.

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

BG Brushed Steel 20A DP Switch

A stylish single switch from BG Electrical, featuring a contemporary slimline design with rounded edges and an attractive brushed steel finish to enhance any modern interior.This 20A double pole switch is ideal for the connection of refrigerators, water heaters, central heating boilers and other...

www.toolstation.com

Sorry its a switch

Also if I put the single switched socket in doesn't that make the Fused one redundant? Is there any need keeping it

If the appliance plugs in via a 13amp plug and socket, yes you can swap it over.

 

[Taylortwocities]

View attachment 270563
That's what controls the fridge freezer

Can I take that out and replace with a single socket?

Think you need to re-consider using the correct terms.
Or you may get the wrong advice.

The device in the picture in post #7 is not a plug, it is not a socket either. It is a switched fused connection unit. I’m surprised that our resident pedant hasn’t pulled you up on this transgression already.

 

[SUNRAY]

Please elaborate. Never heard of a 20 amp socket.

You know very well the majority of double sockets have something like MAX LOAD 20A embossed on them

 

[winston1]

You know very well the majority of double sockets have something like MAX LOAD 20A embossed on them

I don’t and have never seen that.